Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
soongaricum
ID:
718419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
ksu

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Nov. 1: 94 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717752

Common Names

  • Soongarica Rock Rose
  • Soongarica Sun Rose
  • Soongarica Crimson Sun Rose

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Description

Helianthemum soongaricum (also called Rock Rose, Sun Rose, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, evergreen leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in sunny, dry areas such as hillsides, rocky slopes, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum soongaricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum soongaricum is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum soongaricum is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, Helianthemum soongaricum can be propagated by division of the clumps.

Where to Find Helianthemum soongaricum

Helianthemum soongaricum can be found in East Asia, including China and Japan.

Helianthemum soongaricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum soongaricum?

Helianthemum soongaricum

What is the common name of Helianthemum soongaricum?

Soongar Rock Rose

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum soongaricum?

Rocky slopes and cliffs, dry grassland and scrub

Species in the Helianthemum genus

Helianthemum inaguae, Helianthemum sicanorum, Helianthemum sinuspersicum, Helianthemum aegyptiacum, Helianthemum aganae, Helianthemum aguloi, Helianthemum almeriense, Helianthemum angustatum, Helianthemum antitauricum, Helianthemum apenninum, Helianthemum asperum, Helianthemum assadii, Helianthemum baschkirorum, Helianthemum bickhamii, Helianthemum brachypodum, Helianthemum bramwelliorum, Helianthemum broussonetii, Helianthemum bystropogophyllum, Helianthemum canariense, Helianthemum canum, Helianthemum caput-felis, Helianthemum carmen-joanae, Helianthemum carolipaui, Helianthemum chihuahuense, Helianthemum cinereoflavescens, Helianthemum cinereum, Helianthemum citrinum, Helianthemum conchitae, Helianthemum concolor, Helianthemum confertum, Helianthemum conquense, Helianthemum coulteri, Helianthemum crassifolium, Helianthemum creticola, Helianthemum cretophilum, Helianthemum croceum, Helianthemum cuatrecasasii, Helianthemum cylindrifolium, Helianthemum dagestanicum, Helianthemum digeneum, Helianthemum doumerguei, Helianthemum ellipticum, Helianthemum eriocephalum, Helianthemum fontanesii, Helianthemum geniorum, Helianthemum georgicum, Helianthemum germanicopolitanum, Helianthemum getulum, Helianthemum glaucescens, Helianthemum golondrinum,

Species in the Cistaceae family

Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,